Foster Care Driver

Job Title

Responsible for transporting clients, as assigned from a designated pick-up site to a designated host setting and light maintenance of fleet inventory.

Duties & Essential Job Functions :

• Transport clients as necessary in an agency vehicle
• Assist with boarding and departure as necessary for clients
• Informs team members of any significant changes to client's behaviors
• Keep required vehicle logs; prepares and writes reports
• Provides light operator maintenance, taking the vehicle for gas and oil changes, recording usage, expenses, etc.
• Completes daily vehicle safety checks and inspections
• Operate within the guidelines of the Employee Handbook, program's Operation Manual and agency policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Competencies :

Education and Experience : High school diploma or equivalent. Commercial driving experience required.

Skills and Abilities Needed : Must be congenial, patient and reliable with the ability to relate to staff and clients and gain their respect and confidence. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public. Attend agency trainings and maintain necessary certifications as determined by the agency. Maintain a valid Michigan driver's license, automobile liability insurance coverage and an excellent driving record that allows the operation of an agency vehicle to transport clients as needed.

Other Information :

MCHS is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as established by law. This policy extends to all policies and procedures related to the recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Furthermore, this description is a summary of the responsibilities, duties, skills, experience, abilities, and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may be changed at any time at the discretion of the CEO. Employment is still considered at-will in which MCHS or the employee may with or without notice, with or without reason terminate employment. MCHS reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.